Production Associate II (FD Bread/Bagels) Shift 3

Rich Products Corporation•Lodi, CA

13d•Onsite

About The Position

A Production Associate II participates as a member of a “Team” to accomplish shared goals and objectives. Rich’s, also known as Rich Products Corporation, is a family-owned food company dedicated to inspiring possibilities. From cakes and icings to pizza, appetizers and specialty toppings, our products are used in homes, restaurants and bakeries around the world. Beyond great food, our customers also gain insights to help them stay competitive, no matter their size. Our portfolio includes creative solutions geared at helping food industry professionals compete in foodservice, retail, in-store bakery, deli, and prepared foods, among others. With more than 13,500 associates working globally in 100 countries and annual sales of $5.9 billion, Rich’s is a global leader with a focus on everything that family makes possible. Rich’s®—Infinite Possibilities. One Family.

Requirements

Comply with standard food industry Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs) and all other food safety requirements as they relate to all products and processes.
Comply with Personal Protective Equipment (PPE's) requirements.
Report any food safety problems or potentially unsafe practices/conditions to the Lead or Supervisor.
Rotate positions to avoid injury (rotation times varies with tasks).
Be able to safely lift items from 10-30 lbs - boxes, scrap bins, garbage bins.
In certain positions may be required to lift heavier items 30-50 lbs - bags of flour, buckets of ingredients, corn syrup.
Some positions require specialized, repetitive arm and hand movements.
High school diploma or general education degree (GED) preferable; or 3-6 months related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience
Proficient in performance of PA I tasks
Must be willing to work weekends and overtime as required
Ability to read, write, speak English preferred
Ability to perform physical requirements of the job with or without reasonable accommodation. These include: Constant Standing, walking, lifting; Frequent Bending, Stooping, Squatting, Pushing, Pulling; Occasional Ladder climbing; Periodic lifting of up to 50 lbs

Responsibilities

Make sure that the product meets specifications for weight, length, color, toppings, decorations etc.
Discard or recycle product that does not meet specifications
Be able to keep up with the speed of the line
Pack product into shipping boxes, stack, label and palletize
Ensure that the work area and equipment are clean
Assist other Departments as required
Know how to operate specific machines and provide back up for the Machine Operators as required
Operate motorized pallet jack (must be certified)